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Syphilis in Saskatchewan: Impacts and Opportunities in Indigenous Communities

March 28, 2024 @ 2:30 pm. - 4:00 pm.

This webinar will outline current syphilis and congenital syphilis trends in Indigenous communities throughout Saskatchewan, including a discussion regarding syphilis-related risk factors and inequities. Dr. Khan and Dr. Ndubuka will discuss solutions for the rising rates of syphilis and strategies for reaching communities most affected by syphilis.

Venue

Virtual Event
Online Only

Organizer

Jasmin Ogren
Phone:
306-651-4308
Email:
jogren@skprevention.ca
Website:
View Organizer Website

Presenters

Dr. Ibrahim Khan
About:

Dr. Ibrahim Khan is a public health physician and is currently working as a Regional Medical Health Officer for First Nations Inuit Health Branch, Indigenous Services Canada, and as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Khan has worked in several health-related positions internationally, but his most rewarding work to date is with Canada’s Indigenous people. Dr. Khan is an immigrant to Treaty 4 territory and is truly honored to be working with Saskatchewan Indigenous people in health. He feels very fortunate to be a part of exciting health transformation and health service delivery at the community, tribal council, and regional levels.

Dr. Nnamdi Ndubuka
About:

Dr. Ndubuka is a Certified Physician Executive with over 20 years of management and executive-level experience in healthcare. He currently serves as a medical health officer with the Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, where he leads the implementation of public health programs in First Nations communities across Northern Saskatchewan. Through his ongoing advocacy efforts focused on social determinants of health, anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion, Dr. Ndubuka is committed to improving population health and well-being in Saskatchewan. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Community Health and Epidemiology at the College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, where he is actively involved in medical education, research, and academic leadership. Dr. Ndubuka is the past president of the Rotary Club of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and two-time recipient of the Rotary International Paul Harris Award. In 2018, he received the Rotary International Presidential Citation Award for outstanding leadership and service above self. His commitment to leadership and good governance has led him to serve on several boards, including the Saskatchewan Medical Association, SGI Canada, Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, and the National Collaborating Centre for Infectious Disease. Dr. Ndubuka is the President of the Black Physicians of Canada and past president of the Canadian Association of Nigerian Physicians and Dentists. In recognition of his contributions to community service, sports, education, and volunteerism, Dr. Ndubuka received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Award twice in 2023.

Venue

Virtual Event
Online Only

Organizer

Jasmin Ogren
Phone:
306-651-4308
Email:
jogren@skprevention.ca
Website:
View Organizer Website